Dispatcher

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

68d • Onsite

About The Position

Emergencies happen. When first responders are on the scene, it is because someone sent them there. They listened to the needs of the caller and were able to communicate these needs to a team so help could arrive. They may not but on the front lines, but their role changed lives. This person could be you. The OU Health Sciences City Campus Police department is looking for individuals to serve the university and its mission as Dispatchers. You will be the eyes and the ears for the police department as you assist with emergency calls, service requests, and monitoring security cameras and alarms.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Valid Driver License to drive university vehicles.
• Must obtain Oklahoma Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems Terminal Operator Certification within 6 months of hire date
• Ability to speak, read and write clearly
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read maps and acquire knowledge of campus buildings and addresses
• Ability to communicate clear and concise directions and information over electronic mediums such as radio and telephone
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in stressful situations
• Strong initiative to solve problems
• Excellent listening skills in order to identify and prioritize critical situations
• Ability to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives

Responsibilities

• Receive and prioritize simultaneous calls on multiple instruments and dispatches responses to calls for service and to alarms.
• Control police radio frequencies, record and monitor all radio transmissions and incoming telephone calls and maintain required logs and records.
• Determine whether an emergency is in the dispatch service area and provides accurate and clear directions to specific locations.
• Relay records and information to officers in the field.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): When we say generous, we mean it. You will receive 16 – 22 hours of PTO per month. Enjoy ample vacation days and holidays to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Your well-being matters to us. Benefit from health, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your financial future. Our retirement plans empower you to build savings and prepare for retirement with confidence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED